Episode 1
Episode 1 • Nov 08, 1996
Following the German bombing of Belgrade in 1941, Marko gives refuge to twenty people in the cellar of his old house
This movie reflects the history of Yugoslavia since the beginning of WWII (and similar to all ex-communist countries) to the last horrible events in Balcanian countries. Behind the comedy is hidden the pain of whole generations, which have suffered WWII, The Cold War, the war in Yugoslavia, the communism, the treachery of their own leadership, the fall. The film shows us the reality, as seen by those who feel unlimited love for their country and culture. Marko and Blacky represent the true leaders of the country, the soul of the nation and not without controversies. Once Upon A Time There Was A Country is an extended TV version of Emir Kusturica's Palme d'Or winning Underground.
6 episodes total
Status
Ended
First Aired
1996
Rating
8.9/10
7 votes • HD
People
Marco Dren
Petar "Crni" Popara
Natalija Zovkov
Ivan Dren
Franc
Jovan Popara
Vera
Jalena
Deda
Golub
Bata
Ciganin Koji Pada
Episodes
Episode 1 • Nov 08, 1996
Following the German bombing of Belgrade in 1941, Marko gives refuge to twenty people in the cellar of his old house
Episode 2 • Nov 09, 1996
Blacky is in love with the famous Belgrade actress Natalija but things are complicated by the fact that Marko is also infatuated with her.
Episode 3 • Nov 10, 1996
Life above and underground continues as deals are done and a film is made.
Episode 4 • Nov 11, 1996
Above ground the deception continues while those underground are unaware. Underground a plan is enacted.
Episode 5 • Nov 12, 1996
Natalia is kidnapped. Blacky is freed, east meets west and the deception is uncovered.
Episode 6 • Nov 13, 1996
Those underground are now rising. A dangerous deal is made with repercussions for all. Once upon a time there was a country...
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